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The cinnamon isn't spicy, according to Cordie, but presents itself as a creamy flavor, "like cinnamon and sugar."

In addition to the special flavors, a White Cottage treat called the "Superman" will be available for purchase.

Cordie wouldn't reveal the combination of flavors of the Superman because "that’s kind of the mystique of it." The red, yellow and blue ice cream has a secret identity, like a true super hero.

He did offer a hint: "Just because something’s blue, doesn’t mean it has a 'blue' taste," Cordie said. For example, the red ice cream doesn't have to be strawberry and the yellow doesn't have to be banana.

The hours of operation listed for the ice cream stands may lengthen or change as the weather gets warmer:

Belleville

White Cottage — Opens March 5. Hours of operation are 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week. Located at 102 Lebanon Ave., Belleville. 618-234-1120.

Caseyville

Collinsville

Dairy Freeze — Opens March 3. Hours of operation for the month of March are 3 to 9 p.m., seven days a week. Located at 250 St. Louis Road, Collinsville. Dairy Freeze owner Sonja Witte said, "We've been serving Collinsville for over 50 years. We appreciate our customers and look forward to seeing them again."

Granite City

Weather Vane Ice Cream — Open year round. Hours of operation are 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week. Located at 3208 Maryville Road, Granite City. 618-931-6528. The Weather Vane Ice Cream stand located at 2257 Washington Ave., Granite City, has a projected opening date in March. Final date depends on the weather and completion of small improvements to the shop.